Fraud Investigator III

Job Description and Duties

What will you do?

Under general direction from the Deputy State Auditor, the Fraud Investigator III plans, develops, and directs investigative functions within the Investigations Division. Initially, the incumbent will supervise all functions of the Intake and Predication Unit, but this position will be subject to rotation with other Fraud Investigator IIIs who supervise other aspects of the investigative process. The incumbent may supervise a team comprised of Special Investigators, Fraud Investigators, or a combination of both, as well as administrative support. When managing the Intake and Predication Unit, duties typically include supervising the initial review of whistleblower complaints and predication activities, determining whether complaints should advance in the investigative process within the division’s established performance metrics, performing research, identifying criteria and evidence, developing predication plans, and assuming responsibility for all intake and predication efforts. In addition, the Fraud Investigator III assists with developing and administering policies and procedures, selecting staff, assigning case priorities, developing investigative plans, completing performance appraisals of staff members, and performing other activities to support the office. Specifically, you will:

• Supervise and provide instruction to staff conducting intake and predication work or investigative work, including reviewing evidence, assisting with hotline calls, approving acknowledgement letters, planning workloads according to staff knowledge and availability, establishing timelines, and providing needed authorizations to ensure efficient completion of work activities.
• Direct, prioritize, and take responsibility for the team’s work to ensure that investigative activities are completed effectively and within the division’s established performance metrics.
• Review staff recommendations to ensure they are reasonable and sufficient.
• Conduct quality control reviews of work products to ensure the information is accurate and clear, edit as necessary.
• Maintain clear organized records of investigative activities in both a project management program and a case management system.
• Monitor performance of team members against established division metrics and case expectations, completing performance evaluations in a timely manner.

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Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for participation in the office’s hybrid telework program. Work at the alternate work location must be conducted in California in a space that is ergonomically sound, private, distraction-free, and has safe working conditions to be eligible to telework.
• Work performed in the office is in an air-conditioned high-rise building with elevator access and both natural and artificial lighting.
• Work may require sitting for an extended period of time using a personal computer and the use of standard office equipment, such as phones, copiers or scanners.
• Work may require periodic non-standard work hours and work during weekends to meet workload needs and demands.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The California State Auditor’s Office is not an E-Verify employer.

Special Requirements

Any applicant receiving a conditional job offer will be subject to a background check, fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records prior to appointment.

State Auditor’s Office employees are excluded from collective bargaining.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Who are you?

• You have an interest in the administration of the Whistleblower Protection Act and a desire for public service.

• You have experience supervising a team of professionals with varying skills, abilities, and communication styles.

• You have knowledge of investigative techniques to conduct investigations of alleged improper governmental activities.

• You have experience in basic legal research techniques to identify potential, applicable laws and regulations for alleged improper governmental activities.

• You have experience managing and prioritizing your own workload, as well as that of others to meet organizational goals and deadlines.

• You have knowledge of or experience in conflict management, performance management, and progressive discipline.

Why should you join us?

• You are highly collaborative, solution-oriented, and a strong communicator.

• You have a strong work ethic and thrive when working under pressure.

• You possess the ability to reason logically and creatively and use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve problems.

• You desire a monthly salary range of $10,049- $13,214 as well as a longevity bonus.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  • Submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responding to the two questions below using specific examples of your education, training and experience. Your SOQ will help us determine who to interview for the position. Please limit your response to two pages. We may not consider applications that do not include responses to the questions or exceed the page limit.

  1. Describe your experience conducting investigations into allegations of improper government activity, or similar investigative work that demonstrates your ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff during investigations. What are the key components to leading a successful team or project?
  2. Describe why you believe you would be a good fit for the Fraud Investigator III position.